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Reimagining Phuket, United

Friday 24 April 2026 01:45 PM

FOOTBALL: Beyond the neon-drenched sensory assault of Patong and the manicured, five-star serenity of the island’s northern resorts, a different kind of architecture is being assembled in Phuket.

Big Four to kick-off Hong Kong Football Festival

Phuket Sport / World

Thursday 23 April 2026 11:00 AM

FOOTBALL: English and Italian football giants Manchester City, Chelsea, Inter Milan and Juventus will square up for pre-season friendlies in Hong Kong in August, the clubs have announced.

Phuket hosts second touch rugby competition

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Wednesday 22 April 2026 10:15 AM

TOUCH RUGBY: The Phuket Mixed Touch Rugby Tournament returned to the island for its second edition recently, bringing together teams from across Thailand for a day of fast-paced and competitive action at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang.

Humans far behind as robot breaks record at Beijing half marathon

Phuket Sport / World

Tuesday 21 April 2026 11:00 AM

MARATHON: A humanoid robot competing against flesh-and-blood runners broke the world record at a Beijing half marathon on Sunday (Apr 19), showcasing the rapid technological advancement achieved by Chinese makers.

Man City gain edge over Arsenal in Premier League title race

Phuket Sport / World

Monday 20 April 2026 01:06 PM

FOOTBALL: The spectre of a charging Manchester City haunts Arsenal once more after a 2-1 defeat at the Etihad Stadium yesterday (Apr 19) put a huge dent in the Gunners’ hopes of a first Premier League title in 22 years.

Thailand steps up Bangkok 2030 bid

Phuket Sport / Thailand

Monday 20 April 2026 11:00 AM

YOUTH OLYMPICS: Thailand has stepped up efforts to secure hosting rights for the Youth Olympic Games 2030, with key agencies aligning preparations ahead of an inspection visit by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Phuket to launch youth rugby development course

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Sunday 19 April 2026 11:26 AM

RUGBY: Phuket is set to launch a new rugby initiative aimed at supporting the development of young players across the island, as Phuket Rugby Pathways hosts its first junior rugby clinic later this month.

Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown

Phuket Sport / World

Saturday 18 April 2026 01:00 PM

FOOTBALL: Title-chasing Manchester City face leaders Arsenal in a seismic showdown at the top of the Premier League tomorrow (Apr 19).

Phuket Brokers Make Waves at MYBOS

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Saturday 18 April 2026 10:00 AM

SAILING: This year’s Malaysia Boat Show (MYBOS), was made up of 25 vessels in the water and 12 exibitors ashore, with a strong and highly visible contingent from Phuket’s marine industry.

Women’s Rugby International draws record crowd

Phuket Sport / World

Friday 17 April 2026 02:00 PM

RUGBY: England omen beat Ireland women 33-12 in front of a crowd of 77,120 spectators at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham last Saturday (Apr 11) – evidence of the growth of women’s rugby that a sell-out at a stadium is not far away.

Phuket cricket comp delivers major six appeal

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Friday 17 April 2026 10:00 AM

CRICKET: The 20th Phuket International Cricket Sixes concluded in spectacular fashion at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang recently, delivering a milestone edition of one of Asian cricket’s most cherished cricket tournaments.

Thailand futsal champs again with dramatic victory

Phuket Sport / Thailand

Thursday 16 April 2026 09:53 AM

FUTSAL: Thailand reclaimed the ASEAN Futsal Championship with a 2-1 victory over Indonesia in Nonthaburi on Sunday night (Apr 12), securing their 17th regional title in front of a packed Nonthaburi Sports Stadium.

Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt as engineer to join McLaren

Phuket Sport / World

Saturday 11 April 2026 01:00 PM

FORMULA ONE: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen’s future in Formula One has once again been cast in doubt after it was confirmed that his long-time race engineer will leave Red Bull for McLaren.

Veronica finds her MMA home in Phuket

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Saturday 11 April 2026 10:00 AM

MMA: When Veronica Galparoli arrived in Phuket, she had never thrown a kick. Two years later, she has 13 fights to her name.

Arsenal wary of in-form Man City, De Zerbi begins Spurs salvage mission

Phuket Sport / World

Friday 10 April 2026 02:00 PM

FOOTBALL: The Premier League returns from a three-week hiatus this weekend with huge clashes in the battle for the title, European places and survival.

Phuket youngster shines at national tennis comp

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Friday 10 April 2026 10:00 AM

TENNIS: A young tennis player from Phuket lit up the court at a recent national championship, winning two major trophies in the process.

Euro Champions Cup Blockbusters

Phuket Sport / World

Thursday 9 April 2026 02:00 PM

RUGBY: Teams competed fiercely in the Investec Champions Cup for a spot in the quarter-finals last weekend. Of the eight games played seven were won by the home side, with the only winners away from home Sale at Harlequins.

The 20th Phuket International Cricket Sixes gets underway

Phuket Sport / Phuket

Thursday 9 April 2026 11:17 AM

CRICKET: The paradise island of Phuket delivered in style on Day One of the 20th Phuket International Cricket Sixes at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang yesterday (Apr 8), with all signs pointing to another glorious day of cricket, camaraderie and competition today.

McIlroy chases Masters repeat at lightning-fast Augusta

Phuket Sport / World

Thursday 9 April 2026 11:00 AM

GOLF: Rory McIlroy seeks a historic repeat victory starting today (Apr 9) at the 90th Masters, while world number one Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau lead a host of challengers in firm and fast conditions.

Thai amateur ‘Fifa’ ready for Masters kick-off

Phuket Sport / World

Wednesday 8 April 2026 11:00 AM

GOLF: Pongsapak Laopakdee, a 21-year-old Thai golfer better known as ‘Fifa’, is ready for a historic start tomorrow (Apr 9) at the 90th Masters.